Book discussion: Mission San Luis Rey, 4050 Mission Ave., Oceanside, will have a two-part book workshop discussing, “The Original Blessing,” written by Matthew Fox, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. today and July 18. $20 per session. Reservations: (760) 757-3659.

Discussion: President of local American Civil Liberties Union will discuss Guantanamo, 10:30 a.m. June 28 at the Woman's Club of Carlsbad, 3320 Monroe St., Carlsbad. Free. Information: (858) 549-3088.

Vacation Bible school: From 9 a.m. to noon July 6-10 at First United Methodist Church of Escondido, 341 S. Kalmia St., Escondido. Preschool through fifth grade. Cost is $25 for first child, $20 for each additional child. Information: (760) 745-5100 or fumcesc.com.

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